Philips Hue Dimmer Kit Is Homeowner-Friendly, Adds Dimmable Lighting to Any Home
I wanted to have dimmable lights in my apartment, but like most people, my rent didn’t allow me to fiddle with an electrician. I thought […]
Continue reading »Month: December 2016
How to Survive a Holiday Office Party
Corporate holiday parties offer a respite from the usual stress of work, but they are also notorious opportunities to embarrass yourself. Here’s how to have […]
Continue reading »Give Yourself a Boost by Setting a “day of Idleness” on Your Calendar
Taking care of yourself isn’t just a reward, it’s part of the process. Taking breaks helps you focus and get back to work with a […]
Continue reading »All the Simple, Impressive Snacks and Desserts You Can Make With Frozen Puff Pastry
Given the festive nature of the holiday season, cooking can be more challenging, so it helps you prepare impressive meals quickly and easily without too […]
Continue reading »Add Google Calendar Events Directly From Your Chrome Address Bar
Adding events to Google Calendar is easy enough , and you can even do it from your email. If you’re using Chrome, there is another […]
Continue reading »Add Pockets to Any Skirt or Dress Without Spoiling the Look
It is a crime that many women do not have pockets, even in skirts or dresses that are easy to hide. Take matters into your […]
Continue reading »Improve Your Boxed Brownie Mix With These Pastry Chef Approved Add-Ons
Boxed cakes don’t need a lot of upgrades, but they can be made even better (and prettier) with a few extras. Because they want us […]
Continue reading »Here’s What Happens When You Fall Through the Ice and How to Be Saved
Falling through the ice on a frozen lake can be terrifying, but if you stay calm, you can save your life. This video demonstrates what […]
Continue reading »Changing Habits Is More Important Than Achieving Specific Goals
When you want to make a difference in your life, you probably have a specific goal. However, if you adopt new habits just to achieve […]
Continue reading »Why You Should Start Your Career Frustrated
Everyone knows your first job sucks, but your second should be great, right? Actress Sarah Paulson suggests that it would actually be better if your […]
Continue reading »Seven Ideas to Make the Most of Your Free Time During Your Vacation
It is easy to fall into the busy trap , to get stuck in a constant state of catching up. If you’ve got a couple […]
Continue reading »Most Popular Recommended Workspaces of 2016
Every week, we dedicate awesome workstations, battle stations, office spaces, and other high-tech spaces where people work, play, play, and do their thing. Take a […]
Continue reading »Key Differences Between Whey and Casein Protein Supplements
Whey protein and casein are complete proteins that are beneficial for those looking to gain weight. But they differ a lot when it comes to […]
Continue reading »Rest of the Day: Instagram Stories Get Stickers and Speakerphone Mode
Instagram is banking heavily on its Snapchat-inspired Stories, an ephemeral way of sharing photos and videos with friends. Today they are adding stickers and some […]
Continue reading »Make an Unforgettable First Impression by Writing “Did You Know?”
The first impression is difficult because you want to not only make a good impression, but also make an unforgettable impression. If you want to […]
Continue reading »Save Cooking Time by Presenting Stuffed Peppers As a Delicious Dish
Stuffed peppers of any kind are the most coveted party snack, but stuffing each little pepper by hand can take a long time. To save […]
Continue reading »The Different Types of Friendship Networks and How They May Affect Your Success
College students spend a lot of time with their friends. According to one estimate, the average college student spends just 15 hours a week in […]
Continue reading »Make It Easy to Dice the Bacon by Freezing It Quickly
Bacon, in all its delicious beauty, is a slippery ingredient. A little time in the freezer will make things much easier. If your recipe includes […]
Continue reading »Command-Drag the Picture-in-Picture Window Anywhere on Your Mac
Picture-in-picture is one of the best new features in macOS Sierra , but when you try to move a video around the screen, it automatically […]
Continue reading »VSCO for IPhone Now Supports RAW Capture, Editing and Import
iPhone: iOS 10 gave third-party apps the ability to shoot and edit losslessly in RAW format . Today the popular VSCO editing tool adds this […]
Continue reading »Duet Display Adds MacBook Pro Touch Bar to Any IPad
Duet Display is our favorite second-screen iPad app that extends the desktop screen to the iPad. Duet Display is receiving an update today that adds […]
Continue reading »Slice Festive Shape Frozen Whipped Cream for Winter Presentation
Freezing unused whipped cream is a great way to preserve it for later use, but it also allows you to slice it into adorable holiday […]
Continue reading »Notion Teaches Your Amazon Echo to Read Your Emails, Respond and Interact in Real Time
Android / iOS / Echo: Inspired by the way the people at Star Trek talk to the onboard computer, Notion is designed to teach your […]
Continue reading »The Four Best Ways to Set Deadlines That You Will Really Stick To
The last time you needed to tackle a major project, you set a deadline for yourself, and then you got very close to fully implementing […]
Continue reading »Seven Signs Your Eating Plan Is Really Working for You
Everyone agrees that a healthy diet is high in vegetables, low in added sugar, and eliminates artificial trans fats. Plus, it is interspersed with tips […]
Continue reading »How to Invite Your Non-Christian Friends to the Holidays Without Being an Ignorant Jerk
Christmas has come, and its traditions have become not only religious but also secular. However, if you have friends of the non-Christian faith, incorporating them […]
Continue reading »How Did You Manage During This Year’s Money Competition?
This is the completion of the first ever Lifehacker Ultimate Money Challenge . If you’ve joined us at any stage of this journey, we’d love […]
Continue reading »Start a New Holiday Tradition to Turn Lonely Holidays Into Inspirational Ones
Holidays are not for everyone. If you don’t get along with your family, are away from home, or miss your loved one, there are ways […]
Continue reading »Microwave Mulled Wine
The words “mulled wine” most likely conjure up images of large pots simmering slowly with wine and spices. That’s all well and good, but the […]
Continue reading »Why Eggs Need to Be Refrigerated in the USA and Not in Europe
On a recent visit to Paris, I found it odd that their eggs lay next to dried foods at room temperature, since in the US […]
Continue reading »Best Bottles of Champagne and Sparkling Wine You Can Buy on a Budget
Celebrating the New Year with a bottle of champagne is always fun. Whether you are looking to bring champagne, prosecco, or sparkling wine to a […]
Continue reading »Play This Raspberry Pi Powered Claw Machine to Win Money for Charity
Claw Cars are challenging games that test your spatial perception. This Raspberry Pi powered machine with an internet connection and a webcam mostly runs in […]
Continue reading »Watch BD Wong Teach You the Simplest and Cleanest Way to Eat Chicken Wing
This isn’t the first time we’ve seen a video showing a simple, hassle-free way to eat chicken wings , but BD Wong is confident that […]
Continue reading »How to Keep Your Car Out of the Cold This Winter
Ice gives cars all sorts of problems. It is dangerous to drive, it closes the windshield, and sometimes even does not allow you to get […]
Continue reading »The Most Popular Popular Bags of 2016
Every week we look into other people’s bags, briefcases and backpacks. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular satchels this year. Mr. […]
Continue reading »Ask How Employees Have Lunch to Get a Feel for the Culture
Corporate culture influences your work life in many ways , so it is important to find out what corporate culture is like when you go […]
Continue reading »Rest of the Day: Facebook Messenger Receives Group Video Chat
You can now have a group video chat with up to 50 people at the same time using only Facebook Messenger. Only six of those […]
Continue reading »Use the Binary Finger Method to Easily Count to 59,048 or Higher
If you thought you could only count to 10 with your fingers, think again. Using the binary system, you can quickly count to tens of […]
Continue reading »Four More Ways to Get Rid of Static Electricity During the Winter Months
If your clothes seem more static during the cold winter months, then you are not crazy. The lack of moisture greatly facilitates the build-up of […]
Continue reading »Five Awkward Money Questions From Your Family and How to Deal With Them
With the holiday season approaching, your family is going to make the most of their time, which can be great on the one hand, but […]
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